Current Advisories and Notices

Portions of Elkhead Trail in Trinidad State Beach are closed, specifically all of College Cove access trail from the intersection at Elkhead Loop Trail and the far western end of the Elkhead Bluff Trail.

Park Hours

Day Use Only Sunrise to Sunset.

Contact Information

(707) 677-3570

Are dogs allowed?

Yes: Except for service animals, dogs not allowed on trails.

Reservation Availability

No upcoming camping/lodging reservations at this time.

About Trinidad State Beach

Visitors to this secluded cove in Humboldt County will find sandy beaches, dense coniferous forests and open bluffs complemented by epic views of the Pacific Ocean.

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Maps and Park Directions

The park is located 19 miles north of Eureka, CA just off Highway 101. From north- or southbound 101, take the Trinidad exit (Exit 728). Turn west on Main St and proceed to Stagecoach Rd. Turn right; the park entrance is about 200 feet north on the left. There is another entrance about 1/2 mile north on Stagecoach Rd, also on the left.

Brochures

Park Infosheet (PDF)

View other park publications including infosheets, brochures, campground maps and more.

News and Events

Upcoming Events

No upcoming events are listed for this park.

All events for Trinidad State Beach

Passes Information

This park accepts the following passes:

California State Library Parks Pass

List of all California State Park passes

Activities and Facilities

EV Information

Other Facilities

Parking
Restrooms
Drinking Water Available

Day-Use Activities & Facilities

Picnic Areas
Fishing
Scuba Diving/Snorkeling
Beach Area
Vista Point
Windsurfing/Surfing
Geocaching

Trail Use

Hiking Trails

Welcome to Trinidad State Beach

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It is a short hike through the woods, across open bluffs, and past seasonal wildflowers down to the beach. Low tide is the best time to visit. On the high bluffs above the beach there is an open meadow with scattered stands of alders. Visitor facilities include restrooms, parking, and a small picnic area with, tables and stoves.

Location/ Directions
19 miles north of Eureka, CA just off Highway 101. Tucked in a secluded cove near the town of Trinidad, this small sandy beach is a pleasant retreat from the traffic of the nearby highway. Park address: 901 Lighthouse Rd, Trinidad CA 95570

Portions of Elkhead Trail in Trinidad State Beach are closed, specifically all of College Cove access trail from the intersection at Elkhead Loop Trail and the far western end of the Elkhead Bluff Trail. These trail closures are due to erosion that has made sections of these trails inaccessible. Other popular trails within Trinidad State Beach will remain open during this closure.

Parks trail crew will begin to work on repairing these portions of the trail system in April 2024, in order to ensure that work is completed after the rainy season.

Pedestrians found utilizing the closed portions of trails will be subject to citation per District Superintendent's Closure Order.